Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
16%
Berea, KY
Area Guide
An artistic city in a beautiful setting
Arts
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Culture
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College
The quirky, artistic city of Berea is known as the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky. From painters and sculptors to weavers and instrument makers, artists of all kinds live and work in Berea. It is home to unique art galleries and stores, like the Appalachian Fireside Gallery and the Old Town Amish Store. Berea College, a private liberal arts college established in 1855, is located here, adding a college town vibe to the already energetic city.
Because it is known for its arts and artists, Berea enjoys a large number of tourists throughout the year. In September, they come for the Spoonbread Festival. They also come to visit the Kentucky Artisan Center, which hosts events, exhibits and displays, and demonstrations. The Artisan Village is also a major attraction, featuring stores like Copperas Mountain Candle Company, Gastineau Studio, Gallery 123, Weston Glass Studio, and the Cabin of Old Town Artisan Gallery.
Berea is about 40 miles south of Lexington and 15 miles from Richmond, making it a great option for commuters. The city is very walkable and bicycle-friendly, with ample sidewalks and bike trails. In addition to the beauty of its art, Berea is filled with natural beauty, as well. It borders the massive Daniel Boone National Forest, a beautiful destination filled with sandstone cliffs, lakes, and rivers, and providing activities like hiking, camping, and rock-climbing.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$50,361
Average: $63,458
Education
3,749
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,459
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Berea has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
640 Students
Shannon Johnson Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Silver Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Berea Community Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
460 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
453 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
423 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
203 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,187 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
301 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Indian Fort Mountain
- Hummel Planetarium
Military Bases
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.